Physical Therapy Assistant

The Physical Therapy Assistant certificate program at Riverside College of Health Careers is a two- to four-year credential offered by this private nonprofit institution in Newport News, Virginia. The program prepares students to assist licensed physical therapists in implementing treatment plans, working with patients to improve mobility and manage pain.

This program falls within the physical therapy field under CIP code 51.0806. Riverside College of Health Careers offers several related health programs, including Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist, Surgical Technology/Technologist, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse at both the certificate and associate levels, and Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer. Students in the Physical Therapy Assistant program can expect training in therapeutic exercise, patient documentation, anatomy, and clinical practice through supervised fieldwork.